Workers' Compensation



IF YOU'RE INJURED
on the job...
 

Workers’ compensation laws vary from state to state. With a few exceptions – like railroad workers – workers’ compensation is the sole remedy for an injury or illness that occurs on the job. Workers’ compensation is “strict liability,” which means it’s not necessary to establish negligence or fault on the part of the employer to collect benefits, mainly that the injury or illness was incurred in the course of employment.

Generally, workers’ compensation
pays three types of benefits:

  • Medical expenses
     
  • Disability pay, either temporary or permanent
    (usually two-thirds of regular income)
     
  • Rehabilitation or retraining

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 If You've Been Injured...
1) Fill out an accident report stating any unsafe conditions and unsafe cares or equipment contributing to the injury;

2) Tell fellow employees and take photos of the scene;

3) See your own doctor for treatment;

4) Tell your doctor about the accident and all complaints, including head and back, even minor pains;

5) Advise your doctor if you have recovered from previous injuries;

6) Keep records of lost wages and expenses, and

7) Report the accident to your union immediately and seek consultation from the designated legal counsel of
Hunegs, LeNeave & Kvas.